Opticron 8x42 User manual

DBA VHD
User Instructions and
30 Year Guarantee
Models
8x42
10x42

Features & Specifications
ADioptre adjustment wheel (pull up
to turn)
BAnchor points for connecting
binocular strap
CWide band focusing (infinity to
2.5 metres close focus)
DMulti-stage rotating retractable
eyecup assembly (4 stage 8x42,
3 stage 10x42)
ENatural rubber armouring with
contoured finish to maximise
comfort and handling
FIntegral tripod adapter socket -
unscrew to fit Binocular Tripod
Mount (includes serial number)
A C
F
E
B B
D
Specifications 8x42 10x42
Product Code
Field (m/1000m)
Close Focus (m)
Eye relief (mm)
IPD (mm)
HxW (mm)
Weight (g)
30644
122
2.3
22
56~74
145x126
696
30645
105
2.3
17
56~74
145x126
714

Accessories (included)
Canvas Case Rainguard Removable Objective
Lens Covers
Neoprene Bungee
Strap
Microfibre
Cleaning Cloth
Accessories (optional)
31012 BGA
Roof Prism
Mount
31022 ‘L’ Shape
Roof Prism
Mount
31018 Nylon Harness
with Quick Release
31048 Elastic Harness
with Quick Release
Cleaning Kits

Binoculars can be a useful companion when travelling, going to sporting
and leisure events or used as part of a hobby such as birdwatching or
astronomy. To help you get the best results from your equipment please
read the following instructions carefully.
Adjusting to obtain a single picture.
To adjust to the spacing of your eyes simply rotate the two sides of the
binocular around the centre hinge until a single rounded picture is
obtained when looking through both eyepieces.
Adjusting for maximum sharpness.
Many people have slightly different vision between their eyes. When using
binoculars, this difference can be easily compensated for by setting the
dioptre adjustment located above the focusing wheel.
To set the binoculars correctly, close your right eye and look through the
left eyepiece with your left eye and using the centre focus wheel - focus
on an object of your choice until it is clear and sharp. Next, close your left
eye and look through the right eyepiece with your right eye. You may find
the object being viewed is not absolutely sharp and this can be corrected
by pulling out and rotating the dioptre adjustment wheel (but without
turning the centre focus wheel) until the object being viewed becomes
sharp. Push down dioptre adjustment wheel to lock in position. The
binoculars are now set and a perfectly clear and sharp image should be
attainable when using both eyes together. To focus at different distances
simply rotate the centre focus wheel.
User Instructions

Retractable rubber eyecups and wearing glasses. Opticron DBA VHD
binoculars provide the full field of view when wearing glasses. To get
the maximum field of view with glasses on, turn the eyecup clockwise
into the ‘down’ position. Remember to return them to the upright
position if you or anybody else wants to use them without glasses.
Care and cleaning. Binoculars require little maintenance but
occasionally the outside surfaces of the eyepieces and objective lenses
will need cleaning. To avoid damaging these surfaces please read the following carefully.
(i) Gently remove excess dirt and dust using a compressed air device or blower brush.
Caution: Hard and persistent rubbing of dirty surfaces can cause abrasive scratches on the surface of the glass
which may distort viewing.
(ii) Breathe on exposed glass surface and then wipe with an optical cleaning cloth (code 30277) in a circular motion
until the surface is clean again.
Do not attempt to dismantle the instrument as this will invalidate the guarantee.
Cold weather. In cold weather the external lens surfaces may steam up when moving the instrument from cooler air
outside to warmer air inside. If this happens, leave the instrument to stand for a few minutes until any condensation
evaporates.
WARNING Never under any circumstances use a binocular to view the Sun. Doing so may cause serious damage to
your eyes.
We hope you will get a great deal of pleasure from your Opticron DBA VHD binocular. If you have any problems or
damage the instrument in any way please contact our Service Department.
User Instructions
Multi-stage locking rotating retractable eyecup
assembly

Guarantee
Please keep this Guarantee Card in a safe place
Model:........................................................................................................................................................................
Serial No: ................................................................. Purchase Date:...................................................................
Dealer: .......................................................................................................................................................................
Opticron DBA VHD binoculars are of a very high quality both in their performance and construction.
We guarantee some parts in these instruments for up to 30 years under the following conditions:
(i) In the case of defects attributable to faulty processing or materials, we will assume responsibility for the labour
and material costs during the first 10 years after purchase. We reserve the right to decide whether defective
parts should be repaired or replaced.
(ii) During the next 20 years we will assume responsibility for material costs only, charging corresponding labour
costs.
(iii) We will accept no liability for damage caused by incorrect use, or for any repairs or actions which have been
carried out outside our firm.
(iv) Parts such as carrying straps, rubber eyecups, rubberised coatings etc. are excluded from the guarantee.
This guarantee is in addition and does not affect your statutory rights.

Registration
If you would like to register your purchase with us please visit www.opticron.co.uk and complete the online
Product Registration Form.
Alternatively please telephone us during normal working hours on the numbers given. We will need the product
name and serial number (if applicable), purchase date and outlet, your name and postcode.
Registration is voluntary and failure to register will not diminish your rights under the guarantee.
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